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What is the process involved in receiving Charleston porcelain dental veneers?
Veneers are a wonderful treatment that can completely transform patient’s smiles. At Mouth Carolina Dentistry, PA in Charleston, porcelain dental veneers are an extremely popular treatment to address imperfect teeth. Patients can use dental veneers to address just a single tooth, or all of their front teeth to complete an entire smile makeover quickly and easily. Veneers are actually very thin pieces of porcelain that are made to cover and hide imperfections in a tooth. These imperfections may include stains, discoloration, chips, cracks, or unusually shaped teeth. They can also be used to cover crooked or misaligned teeth, allowing patients … Continue reading
Who might a West Ashley area dentist choose as a good candidate for teeth veneers?
Teeth veneers, more commonly known as porcelain veneers, are a restoration available through Dr. Greenberg, a West Ashley area dentist at Mouth Carolina Dentistry, PA. Patients who want to rejuvenate their smiles, address imperfections in teeth, or undergo a complete smile makeovers may benefit from the placement of veneers. These are made of porcelain and are bonded over the front of a patient’s natural tooth to change the appearance. Doing so may make a dramatic positive change in one’s smile. However, before patients begin the process of having porcelain veneers fabricated for their smiles, they must undergo an initial consultation … Continue reading
Does it hurt when a West Ashley dentist puts veneers on teeth?
Veneers are commonly used in general and cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Greenberg, of the West Ashley area is a dentist who provides patients with veneers on teeth whenever necessary. Made of porcelain, veneers are often used to cover up teeth with imperfections. Teeth that are crooked, discolored, or unusually shaped may benefit from the placement of veneers. Sometimes these teeth can detract from the overall look of the smile, and can stand out as a negative aspect. Patients who want to address them can use veneers to achieve a more beautiful smile. Many patients are unaware of the process of receiving … Continue reading
When a West Ashley dentist places porcelain veneers, does it hurt?
Cosmetic treatments such as porcelain veneers are becoming increasingly popular for patients of all ages. When aesthetic concerns plague a smile, patients turn to cosmetic dentists such as Dr. Greenberg to determine the best solutions for improving the appearance of their teeth. The team at Mouth Carolina Dentistry, PA finds that many West Ashley area patients enjoy the benefits of porcelain veneers provided by a dentist who is committed to the enhancement of the natural smile. Porcelain veneers are made from thin pieces of porcelain. They are custom-made for the patient’s smile and are created to disguise cosmetic flaws in … Continue reading
How long does it take a West Ashley area dentist to apply cosmetic veneers?
Dr. Greenberg, of Mouth Carolina Dentistry, PA, offers a wide variety of cosmetic dentistry services, and can help patients who are looking for a dentist in the Charleston or West Ashley area. Cosmetic veneers are popular with patients of all ages to rejuvenate their smiles and hide imperfections. Veneers are made of porcelain and are thin enough to be bonded over natural teeth. This can be done to change the look of a tooth that would benefit from a different color, shape, or alignment. Patients will find that veneers are a fast and easy way to change the appearance of … Continue reading
FAQs on Veneers
What dental problems can veneers correct? They are extremely versatile, because they cover the visible surface of the teeth. They can be used to treat minor chips and fractures, permanent discoloration, misshapen or crooked teeth, and more. Am I a good candidate? If you don’t love your smile, the answer is probably, “yes.” Most people with cosmetic dental concerns are good candidates. The most important consideration is that your teeth be healthy. If you have tooth damage or decay, we may recommend a crown, which provides the same cosmetic benefits as well as functional restoration. How long does the procedure … Continue reading
Benefits of dental bridges for Charleston area patients – Related FAQ’s
Dr. Andrew Greenberg of Charleston is happy to answer FAQ his patients may have about the benefits of dental bridges as a way to restore the smile after tooth loss. What are dental bridges? Dental bridges are aesthetic restorations used to replace missing natural teeth. They are made of porcelain crowns and pontics (false teeth) to restore the smile’s function and appearance. Are dental bridges permanent? Dental bridges are more permanent than solutions such as dentures, and are not removable. However, if they are damaged or decay occurs under the bridges, they may need to be replaced. Will a dental … Continue reading
West Ashley area patients ask about the benefits of dental crowns
Dr. Andrew Greenberg of Mouth Carolina Dentistry, PA is a West Ashley area dentist who provides both general and cosmetic dentistry solutions. He works hard to provide patients of all ages the very best dentistry has to offer. Generations of families trust him as their dentist as a source of knowledge and experience. When it comes to repairing the natural teeth, many times he may advise patients on the benefits of dental crowns. Dental crowns, or “caps,” are often used in both general and aesthetic dentistry. These restorations are made of porcelain and are extremely strong. They are fabricated to … Continue reading
Patients in the West Ashley, SC community ask, does the placement of Dental Crowns hurt?
Dental crowns are restorations often used for West Ashley, SC area patients who are dealing with breakage or those who want to protect their natural tooth’s structure. Crowns are “caps” made of porcelain to cover up natural teeth that are weakened or which need protection. Dental crowns can also be used to restore dental implants and act as a natural tooth replacement option. Dr. Andrew Greenberg of Mouth Carolina Dentistry, PA provides patients with crowns whenever it is considered necessary to maintain a natural tooth longer. Dental crowns are placed over a tooth, but this is done after a significant … Continue reading
Dental Crown Charleston – Related FAQs
What happens if you don’t protect a weakened tooth with a dental crown? A dental crown is a tooth shaped cap that covers a tooth to restore its shape and size, strengthen, and/or improve the appearance of the tooth. Dental crowns protect weakened teeth so that further damage is not caused and more serious problems do not occur. The tooth is covered with the dental crown so that it won’ t crack or break off. So if a weak tooth remains without a crown, it can crack or break off. Depending on the severity of the damage, the weaker the … Continue reading
